AI Project Manager

ECS is seeking an experienced AI Project Manager to support a rapidly growing platform focused on providing data solutions that empower Federal customers in our Arlington, VA office. In this role, you will guide a cross-functional team—composed of data architects, data engineers, developers, and functional staff—to prototype and implement state-of-the-art AI solutions for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO). The ideal candidate will be a critical thinker, excellent communicator, self-motivated, action-driven, and passionate about collaborating with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of multiple data/AI projects from planning/ideation through deployment/implementation.
• Assess the technical feasibility of proposed use cases by clarifying and analyzing requirements with data architects, SMEs, data engineers, and federal stakeholders.
• Develop and manage strong relationships with federal stakeholders to ensure continued progress on identified initiatives.
• Resolve blockers and align cross-functional teams around project goals and technical requirements.
• Facilitate communication of complex AI concepts and project requirements/goals to a diverse audience.
• Coordinate efforts with the ECS Centers of Excellence (COE) and other corporate Cyber, Data, and AI SMEs to support use case development, roadmap and maturity development, and data integration.
• Identify, develop, and manage project schedules, resources, risks, priorities, and activities.
• Prepare and deliver project status updates and reviews to federal stakeholders.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.
• 7+ years of related experience managing IT/technology projects.
• Experience managing technical and strategy teams in data science, data analytics, and data management.
• Proficiency in various project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and presentation skills.

Skills

Desired Skills

• Understanding of data management, data governance, and how data is used within AI to drive decisions.
• Knowledge of AI/ML concepts, tools, and languages.
• Prior professional services or federal consulting experience; experience supporting DHS preferred.
• Experience managing proof of concept/proof of value lifecycles.
• Experience working in cloud environments, including Azure or AWS.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or other industry-related certification.
• Experience with the Atlassian Suite (Jira/Confluence).
• Interest in staying up to date with the latest trends/technologies in AI/ML.
• Experience leading Agile development teams.
• Expertise in managing AI/ML and Generative AI initiatives, especially with AWS or platforms and LLM technologies.
• Experience building highly scalable platforms, products, or services.

Pay

Salary Range: $130,000–$150,000

About the Company

ECS Federal LLC is the federal segment of Everforth, a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies. The company values attracting and developing top talent, fostering a mission-driven culture, and creating an environment where talent can thrive and grow.